You should speak to your GP if you feel that your drinking has become a habit or if you think it may be developing into an addictive behavior. They can give you advice on the best way to help you.
Simply reducing the amount of alcohol consumed can help many people.
You can improve not only your physical well-being but also your mental well-being.
1. Note it down
You can write down the benefits and reasons you would like to achieve by drinking less.
You might also set a goal in relation to your alcohol intake, e.g., stick to drinking only two drinks per day.
By writing down your goals, you can set them and achieve them.
2. Keep a journal of your drinking habits
It is sometimes difficult to know how much alcohol you drink until you write it down.
Keep a journal of how much and when you drink so that you can know exactly what you’re drinking.
3. Select alcohol-free days
Avoid drinking on certain days to reduce your drinking.
Pick a single day or a few days and stick with it.
You can easily regulate your drinking with this method.
4. Avoid peer pressure
Remember that you don’t need to drink because others do. You can always say “no.”
Avoid friends and groups of friends who drink alcohol or don’t respect your choice.
5. Be persistent
It isn’t easy to develop good habits. Continue to work towards your goal of consuming less.
Remember that you can always try again if you fail to achieve your initial goal.